The correct answer is the second option - <span>to occur unexpectedly and have destructive or harmful effects.
</span>Here, the word struck is just a past form of the verb to strike, meaning to happen unexpectedly and have dire consequences, like an earthquake can hit California, in this case. The final definition is a noun, and does not fit in the context of the original sentence.
<span>Tom and Lily do not want to visit the Hatchings after picking up their scooter because they are frightened as hell if Mr. Noake will find out about the sunlight only to come and then ruin their place. It was the only area where both Tom and Lily freely plays whenever they want and Mr. Noake does not want the children to be exposed. </span>
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19. I would go against swimming so soon after lunch
20. Alex come on or we´ll be late
21. Why don't you get rid of that furniture
22. I got caught by surprise by what you said
23. I can´t hear you so can you speak up please?
24. I am tired of playing computer games
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